Thermal Auricular Therapy (Hopi ear candles)

This now popular therapy was probably used in ancient times for cleansing, purifying and healing on a spiritual level, but today it is known for its more physical benefits in treating ear and sinus problems. The practice is safe, non-invasive and pleasant. The candles I use are made from natural ingredients, usually beeswax and natural herbs with pure essential oils added to achieve specific therapeutic results. The procedure is comfortable, soothing and relaxing on the whole body.The candles work on a ‘chimney’ principle, drawing up impurities from within the ear. The rising air also has the effect of giving the eardrum a gentle massage, which, in turn, helps to regulate pressure. Locally applied heat also has the effect of stimulating blood circulation, which can strengthen the immune system and enhance lymph circulation. The treatment is completed with a gentle massage, which helps to stimulate the acu-points and drain the sinuses.

Hopi Ear Candling has many positive benefits and can help with a variety of conditions of the ear. These include: Tinnitus, Sinusitus, Glue Ear, Hayfever, Excessive ear wax, General hearing loss, Colds, Tension Headaches, Travel Sickness, Meniere's disease. Although there is no scientific evidence that Hopi Ear Candling can cure any of these conditions there is a growing number of people who claim that the treatment has been a positive benefit to their problem.

Anyone can be treated with Hopi Ear Candles including children providing they don't have any of the contra indications indicated below.Contra indications for Hopi Ear CandlingAlthough anyone can be treated with Hopi Ear Candles there are cases where Hopi should not be used. These are called contra-indications. The contra-indications for Hopi Ear candling are -

Infection or inflammation of the ear Surgery on the ear within the last 3 months Perforation of the ear drumAuricular cystsGrommets, drains or ventilation tubes fittedKnown allergy to bees wax/stings.Epilepsy

What to Expect During a Hopi Ear Candling Treatment - Before you have your Hopi Ear Candling treatment you will be given a full consultation and asked a number of questions regarding any problems that you may have with your ears. This is to help assess whether Hopi candling will be a safe treatment for you to have and to find out what your expectations of the treatment are. You will be placed in a comfortable position laying down on your side. The Hopi candle will be gently placed just inside the ear canal and lit. The candle will be held firmly in place to prevent any of the ash from falling in or around the ear. You will experience a fire crackling sound as the candle burns and possibly some popping of the ear. You will also feel a gentle massaging sensation to the ear drum and some heat as the candle burns lower. When the candle has burned it is carefully removed from the ear and extinguished.The entire process is then repeated for the other ear. Once both ears have been treated you will be left to relax for a few minutes before receiving a soothing facial lymphatic massage to finish the therapy and leave you feeling utterly relaxed. .